HOSA Deck Flashcards by Jordan Doss

What is Universal Precautions?

Treat all persons & bodily fluids as if they have or infected with HIV, HBV, and any other blood borne pathogen no matter who they are.

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What is Standard Precautions?

Treating all bodily fluids, secretions, and excretions (with the exception of sweat) as infectious.

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What does OSHA stand for?

Occupational Safety & Health Administration

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What is the purpose of OSHA?

To protect workers and to maintain the safety of the workplace

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What is a Pathogen?

An organism that can cause or produce a disease

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What is a Blood-borne Pathogen?

Organisms that are found within the blood and bodily fluids that can cause/produce diseases

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What are the 3 most common Blood-borne Pathogens? Give the abbreviation and name.

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)
HBV (Hepatitis B Virus)
HCV (Hepatitis C Virus)

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What are the bodily fluids which are considered infectious, according to Universal Precautions?

A. Blood
B. Semen
C. Vaginal Secretions
D. Amniotic Fluids
E. Pleural Fluids

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What is Hepatitis B Virus (aka HBV)?

Inflammation of the liver caused by the virus

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What are the 5 signs and symptoms of Hepatitis B Virus (aka HBV)?

A. Jaundice
B. Dark Colored Urine
C. Tan Colored Stool
D. Anorexia / Weight Loss
E. Joint Pain

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What can prevent Hepatitis B?

Receiving the Hepatitis B Vaccine

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If a patient were to receive the Hepatitis B Vaccine, certain information must be documented on their medical record. What are these 6 types of information?

A. Date Given
B. Where Given
C. Who Gave
D. Who Made &amp; Lot Number
E. Expiration Date
F. Adverse Reaction

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How should the Hepatitis B Vaccine be given?

Intramuscular

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What is recommended for patients who are allergic to Baker’s Yeast, and are looking to take the HBV Vaccine?

It is recommended that they don’t receive the vaccine

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What schedule should the HBV Vaccine be given by?

0, 1, & 2 Months

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What is Human Immunodeficiency Virus (aka HIV)?

A retrovirus that destroys the body’s immune system.

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What are the 4 signs and symptoms of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)?

A. Anorexia
B. Dry Cough That Doesn’t Go Away
C. Fever
D. Diarrhea

What is Hepatitis C Virus (aka HCV)?

An inflammation of the liver caused by a virus

What are 4 ways a person can spread the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) to someone else?

A. Oral, Anal, and Vaginal Sex
B. Sharing Dirty or Contaminated Needles
C. Neonatal Infection During Birth
D. Tattoos With Dirty Equipment

What are 4 ways a Health Care Worker can expose the Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)?

A. Surgery
B. Venipuncture
C. CPR
D. Giving Shot

What are Antiseptics?

Chemical Agents used to kill microorganisms on the skin

What are some examples of Antiseptics?

A. Alcohol

B. Iodine

What are Disinfectants?

Chemical Agents used to kill microorganisms on work and equipment surfaces

What is an example of a Disinfectant?

Bleach

What is the process of cleaning up a blood spill, if one should occur?

A. Apply Gloves B. (For Large Spills) Use Absorbent Materials & (For Small Spills) Mop It Up C. Clean Area With 1 Part Bleach to 10 Part Water D. Dispose of Towels / Absorbent Materials & Gloves in Biohazard Container

What is Personal Protective Equipment (aka PPE)?

Barriers worn to protect the eyes, nose, mouth, mucus membranes, skin, and clothing from blood and bodily fluid exposure

What are three examples of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)? Give the name and purpose.

A. Gloves (Protects Skin) B. Mask (Protects Mouth, Nose, and Mucus Membrane) C. Gown (Protects Clothes & Skin)

How does one decide on which Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to put on in a health care setting?

It's dependent on the work situation

What is the order in which Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be put on?

1. Gown 2. Mask 3. Goggles / Faceshield 4. Shoe Covers 5. Gloves

What is the order in which Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be taken off?

1. Gloves 2. Goggles / Faceshield 3. Gown 4. Mask 5. Shoe Covers

How should Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) be removed and disposed of?

They should be removed inside out

What are Sharps?

Sharps are anything that can penetrate the skin.

What are some examples of Sharps?

A. Needles | B. Broken Glass

Sharps should not be?

A. Broken B. Bent C. Removed D. Recapped

Sharps containers must be?

A. Closeable B. Leakproof C. Labeled D. Puncture Proof

What is a Work Practice Control that is associated with Sharps?

To stop or avoid using Sharps

What should the Biohazardous Label be on?

A. Sharps Containers | B. Specimens

What is the procedure for handling broken glass?

Use a Broom and Dustpan

What is the incorrect way for handling broken glass?

Picking it up by hand. NEVER DO THIS! >:|

When are the two times you should wash your hands?

A. After removing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) | B. Before and After Patient Care

What method should be used if a needle should be recapped?

The Scoop Method